Khusgavhan - Talode, Nandurbar
Khusgavhan is a village situated in the Talode tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Talode and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Khushgavhan serves as the Village Panchayat for Khusgavhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khusgavhan is 525378. The village covers a total geographical area of 309 hectares and falls under the 425413 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Khusgavhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khusgavhan
According to the 2011 Census, Khusgavhan village had a total population of 988 people, including 483 males and 505 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.39%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 60.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 979.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 988 | 483 | 505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 51 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 979 | 479 | 500 |
| Literate Population | 593 | 324 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 159 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Khusgavhan
Khusgavhan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Somawal Bk | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Somawal Kh | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Lobhani | South-East | 1.86 km |
| Belipada | North | 2.01 km |
| Rajvihir | North-East | 2.08 km |
| Nalgavhan | South | 2.12 km |
| Budhavali | East | 2.70 km |
| Mendhwad | South-West | 3.37 km |
| Walheri | North | 3.80 km |
| Dekati | North | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khusgavhan
Khusgavhan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandurbar, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talode to Khusgavhan is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Khusgavhan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khusgavhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khusgavhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khusgavhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khusgavhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khusgavhan
Where is Khusgavhan located?
Khusgavhan village is located in Talode Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khusgavhan?
The Village Panchayat of Khusgavhan is Khushgavhan.
What is the pincode of Khusgavhan?
The pincode of Khusgavhan is 425413.
What is the population of Khusgavhan?
Khusgavhan had a total population of 988, including 483 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Khusgavhan?
Khusgavhan had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khusgavhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khusgavhan was 67.39%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 60.04%.